GRAMMY Camp
Los Angeles

GRAMMY Camp Los Angeles is a seven-day, non-residential intensive program for high school students with strong proficiency in multiple areas of music and the music industry, including music business, production, songwriting, and instrumental or vocal performance. Students are placed into cohorts where every subject area is represented, creating a collaborative environment that mirrors real-world music industry settings. In cohort-based teams, you’ll collaborate across music business, production, songwriting, and performance—learning through the lens of artistry, entrepreneurship, and a DIY mindset. With the freedom to focus on your strengths while exploring new skills, you’ll develop the versatility, creativity, and industry insight needed to build a sustainable career in today’s music world.

Within each cohort, all subjects are explored through the lens of artistry and entrepreneurship, with a Do It Yourself (DIY) approach that emphasizes self-reliance, creative problem-solving, and adaptability. The program offers freedom and flexibility for students to focus on individual areas of emphasis while engaging in projects that integrate all disciplines.

Submission Requirements – GRAMMY Camp Los Angeles
Applicants must demonstrate ability and interest in two or more program tracks: Songwriting, Music Production, Instrumental/Vocal Performance, and Music Business. Because Camp is structured in cohorts where all tracks are integrated, students must be prepared to contribute in multiple areas.

To apply, students must:

1. Submit two distinct samples showcasing work in at least two track areas. Examples include:
   • Songwriting – original composition(s), lyric sheets, demo recordings.
   • Music Production – digital productions, beat-making, recorded tracks.
   • Instrumental/Vocal Performance – video or audio recordings of live or studio performances.
2. Provide a Video Essay Link explaining your creative identity, your experience in the chosen areas, and how you plan to grow through collaboration in a cohort setting.
3. Optional supplemental materials (letters of recommendation, live performance clips, portfolio links) may be included to support your application.

Successful applicants will show competence in at least two disciplines, curiosity to explore others, and readiness to collaborate in a professional, cohort-based environment.